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Sharp Edgez Barber Institute
Rochester, New York · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 398 West Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14615 · Phone: (585) 330-5150 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sharp Edgez Barber Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Rochester, New York offering barber programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Sharp Edgez Barber Institute has a 97.4% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $5,476, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Sharp Edgez Barber Institute is $17,644, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 84.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $35,430 | $38,580 | $44,670 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 99 | $16,526 | $27,295 | $6,233 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Sharp Edgez Barber Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Rochester, New York. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students may use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for training here. The campus focuses on a single program family, barber schools, which accounts for the bulk of its 99 recent completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 97.4%, well above the New York state average of 64.0% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,476. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,644, and 84.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body is largely low-income.
This school suits students seeking a focused, single-trade credential rather than a broad associate degree pathway; the high share of Pell recipients and modest enrollment of 57 undergraduates suggest a program often chosen by adult or career-changing students, though this is inferred only from enrollment and program structure, not stated directly. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sharp Edgez Barber Institute offers a single program family, barber schools, with top programs listed as Barber schools (99 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 97.4%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $5,476, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (585) 330-5150 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $17,644.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sharp Edgez Barber Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (585) 330-5150 or visit sharpedgez.com for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single focused barber program and Pell Grant participation rate of 84.8% suggest it may appeal to students seeking a shorter, career-focused credential, though career-changer fit is not explicitly stated in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm state barber licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sharp Edgez Barber Institute at (585) 330-5150 or visit https://www.sharpedgez.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby barber schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare programs directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.